1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1977 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |
